Gitanjali Devshala: Assessment to promote student engagement

Teachers were encouraged to create ‘instant’ mini-lesson plans using active verbs based on Bloom’s Taxonomy.

The teachers of Gitanjali Devshala attended a workshop on Student Engagement and Continuous Assessment Plan conducted by Gitanjali Devshala’s Vice-Principal Anjana Murthy. An assemblage of motivated and ardent teachers, not only listened but also delved deep into the myriad activities that were seamlessly woven into each juncture of the workshop.

Teachers were encouraged to create ‘instant’ mini-lesson plans using active verbs based on Bloom’s Taxonomy. ‘Tabulate,’ ‘distinguish’ and ‘hypothesize’ were a just few of the terms used as the teachers enthusiastically shared such lesson plans. Concept Maps and Mind Maps were exhaustively discussed.

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The importance of making thinking visual using Graphic Organisers was shared. Venn Diagrams, Fishbone, Cluster Webs, Y-charts and Scales were analysed and best practices shared. The value of the Lesson Plan cannot be emphasised enough; it is what forms the framework of one’s teaching strategy. Identifying objectives, lesson-wise student engagement strategies and assessment strategies were methodically examined.

Incorporating the ‘Visible Thinking Routine’ into Lesson Plans was a brilliant strategy that links objectives to measurable outcomes. Ideas for evaluation and tools and techniques were spotlighted. Skills and modes of assessment for each subject were elucidated. The theme of the workshop revolved around the key principles of our National Education Policy 2020 with emphasis on respect for diversity and local context, equity and inclusion, community participation and use of technology.

Various strategies to promote Critical Thinking were discussed with Six Thinking Hats, CATS (Classroom Assessment Techniques), Case Study and Dialogues. Anjana Murthy successfully combined work with fun using brief activities and short breaks throughout the session.

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